Overview

• A series of storm systems will impact the region with the most significant snow threat Thursday night into Friday and the most significant ice threat Friday night into Saturday.

  Threats

• Sleet and freezing rain expected. Total sleet accumulation of a few tenths of an inch and ice accumulation of up to one tenth of an inch.

  Timing

• Significant Winter Weather Expected Thursday evening through Friday and again Friday night through Saturday

  Location

• Some icing is possible, mainly west of I-95 and south of US-460 Thursday night into Friday.

  Hazards and Impacts

• The most significant snow threat exists with the first system Thursday night into Friday, with 2 to 4 inches of snow accumulation possible for the northern half of the area.

• A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for portions of the area as a result.

• The most significant icing threat exists with the second system Friday night into Saturday, with a quarter inch or more of ice accumulations possible along/west of I-95.

  Additional Information

• Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute Friday.

• Slow down and use caution while traveling.

• Continue to monitor the forecast for the latest information and updates.

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Source: National Weather Service in Wakefield, Virginia